PPR3103 - Project planning and professional practice for design and multimedia - 2019

6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL

Undergraduate - Unit

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Faculty

Art, Design and Architecture

Organisational Unit

Department of Design

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Pamela Salen

Coordinator(s)

Ms Robyn Robins

Not offered in 2019

Prerequisites

VCO2004 or MMD2704 or MMD2304

Prohibitions

PPR2110, VCO3109

Synopsis

This unit will clarify the professional obligations required of graphic and multimedia designers. It will also outline the basic business activity requirements of practitioners in these areas. The unit will include project management processes from small singular undertakings to large cross disciplinary projects; professional writing skills relevant to the discipline areas; OHSE obligations and workplace safety, and sound business practice. Students will also be introduced to the professional bodies that can assist with future business activities.

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this unit students will be able to:

  1. Comprehend the business practice associated with graphic design and multimedia professions;
  2. Confidently manage design projects from start to finish;
  3. Write professional and articulate business plans, proposals and grant applications;
  4. Understand and act upon OHSE obligations of their profession.

Assessment

100% in-semester assessment

Workload requirements

12 hours per week including 4 contact hours plus 8 hours of independent study.

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